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Rhonda Alexandria
Date of Death : 04/03/2023Rhonda Jean Alexandria, 67, of Plattsburg, MO passed away April 3, 2023.She was born on April 4, 1955, to Richard and Mary Frances (Clark) Graham in Plattsburg, MO where she grew up and graduated from Plattsburg High School.Rhonda was united in marriage to Ronald W. Alexandria. They lived in several areas in Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska until settling in Plattsburg where they made their home and Rhonda cared for her mother. Rhonda was a member of the Second Baptist Church in Plattsburg. Rhonda’s passion in life was her nieces and nephews. She was a very giving person, to know her...
Funeral Service : 04/08/2023
Kenneth Scholle, Sr
Date of Death : 04/02/2023Kenneth Earl Scholle Sr., 93, of Smithville, MO passed away, April 2, 2023.He was born on July 1,1929 to Louis Carl & Sylvia Rae (Addison) Scholle in Wakenda, Missouri. He spent his early years living on the family farm with his parents & siblings in Carrollton, Missouri. On January 7, 1951, he was united in marriage to Esther L. (Radcliff) Scholle. Kenneth served in the United States Army from September 1951 until his discharge in August 1953; training in Fort Riley, Kansas and later serving in Fairbanks Alaska. After his discharge Ken & Esther moved back to Carrollton where their...
Funeral Service : 04/05/2023
Rose Krueger
Date of Death : 04/02/2023Rosena Mae Krueger, 90, of Gower, MO passed away April 2, 2023.She was born on September 11, 1932, to William Cecil “Spike” and Sylvia (Mackley) Pollock in Bethany, MO. Rose grew up in Brooklyn, MO and graduated from Eagleville High School.Rose retired from Kmart in St. Joseph after several years. She enjoyed playing cards and shopping with her sister-in-law Barb and loved living at the lake and fishing. Most of all, Rose loved being with her family especially her grandchildren and her dog Sputnic.She was preceded in death by her parents Spike and Sylvia Pollock; and her great-granddaughter Mckinley Rose.Rose...
Funeral Service : 04/02/2023
Georgia Moore
Date of Death : 04/02/2023Georgia Walberg Moore, 91, of Gower, Missouri, met her Savior face-to- face on Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023. Georgia was born July 16, 1931 in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, to George and Emaline Walberg, the first of four daughters. Despite growing up during the Depression, Georgia spent a relatively carefree childhood in Lee’s Summit where she was known for her jubilant personality, not being able to keep a secret, and her frequent horseback rides from downtown Lee’s Summit to Longview Farm. Georgia graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1949 and from Southwest Baptist College in 1951. She met her love,...
Funeral Service : 04/29/2023
Lois Berry
Date of Death : 03/29/2023Lois Berry, 99, of Kansas City, MO passed away, March 29, 2023.She was born on September 29, 1923 to Marion Armstrong and Susan Belle (Veatch) Shields in East Lynn, MO. Lois grew up in Independence and Kansas City where she graduated high school.On November 27, 1941 she was united in marriage to Robert Berry. After their marriage they lived in Kansas City where they made their home. Her husband passed away, March 2, 1991.She was the oldest living member of Barry Christian Church in Kansas City where she served in numerous capacities. Lois was a homemaker most of her life...
Funeral Service : 04/01/2023
Thomas "Jasen" Ritchel
Date of Death : 03/29/2023After a courageous battle, Thomas “Jasen” Ritchel, 53, passed away March 29th, 2023 at home, surrounded by his family. He was born May 23rd, 1969 in Independence, MO to John Ritchel and Sharon Conyers Ritchel. Jasen joined the Army in 1987, married his high school sweetheart the same year, and then in 1990, he fought for our country in the Gulf War, which ultimately took his life 36 years later. His honors include: Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, SouthWest Asia Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, Army Commendation Medal, and Army Achievement Medal. Following discharge,...
Funeral Service : 04/16/2023
Beverly Bowers
Date of Death : 03/26/2023Beverly May Bowers of Gower, MO, passed away on March 26, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Beverly was born to Erskin L. Moxley and Edna L. (Shewmaker) Moxley, in Gower, MO, on November 22, 1927. On March 28, 1948, Beverly married Melvin (Pete)Bowers, the love of her life, and they built their lives and family in Gower for 50 years, until his death in 1998. She also was preceded in death by her sister, Dixie J. Divelbiss, and her late-in-life close companion, Clifford Gregory.Beverly was the most loving Wife, Mom, Grandma (Nana), Sister, Aunt, In-law, and Friend! She is...
Funeral Service : 04/27/2023
James Cullum
Date of Death : 03/26/2023James Cullum, 61, of Kansas City, MO passed away, March 26, 2023.He was born on November 12, 1961 to Leroy Mears and Ruth Cullum Bolejack in Kansas City, MO. James grew up in Kansas City and Independence.James and his husband, Mark, made his home in Kansas City, MO. He enjoyed detailing cars.He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Shirley Harmer; and brothers, J.F. Cullum and Bill Cullum.James is survived by his husband, Mark; and brother, and Carman Holley; other relatives and friends.Graveside Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 29th at Ridgely Cemetery.Donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans,...
Funeral Service : 03/29/2023
Judy Kenyon
Date of Death : 03/25/2023Judith May Kenyon, 77 of Smithville, MO passed away March 25, 2023. She was born on January 26, 1946, to Oliver Bristow and Bessie Lorene (Miller) Mauzey in Liberty, MO where she grew up and graduated from Smithville High School in 1963.Judy was a lab technician and work for Spelman Memorial Hospital in Smithville and retired from Excelsior Springs Hospital in Excelsior Springs, MO.She loved taking care of her flowers and plants and most of all spending time with her friends and family.Judy was preceded in death by her husband Roland Kenyon; her parents Oliver and Bessie Mauzey; and her...
Funeral Service : 03/25/2023
Ron Misner
Date of Death : 03/25/2023Link to the Zoom Live Stream of the funeral service: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86511229168#successRonnie Edward Misner, 84 of Kansas City, MO passed away March 25, 2023.He was born on January 10, 1939, to Charley Edward and Leola Mary (Cummings) Misner in Gilman City, MO. Ron grew up in Kansas City and graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1957 where he was active with football and basketball. He attended Rockhurst University in Kansas City. On October 18, 1958, he was united in marriage to Mary Jo Gordon. After their marriage they lived in the Kansas City north area where they made their...
Funeral Service : 03/31/2023
Dale Gandy
Date of Death : 03/23/2023Dale Richard Gandy, 86, of Gower, MO passed away March 23, 2023, surrounded by his family at home.He was born on October 22, 1936, to Calvin Kirk and Grace G. (Sines) Gandy in Rothville, MO, on the family farm where he grew up. He graduated from Northwestern High School outside of Rothville and went on to serve his country in the United States Army. On September 1, 1961, he was united in marriage to Joyce Lynne Morgan. After their marriage they lived in Trimble, MO, and later moved to the farm in rural Gower where they raised their family and...
Funeral Service : 03/27/2023
Aliene Harris
Date of Death : 03/15/2023Aliene Harris, 98, of Grayson, MO passed away Wednesday March 15, 2023.She was born on May 10, 1924, to Allen and Lula Harris in the Paradise, MO area where she grew up in graduated from Smithville High School. Aliene was preceded in death by her husbands Freddie Miller, Roy Duncan, and Leo Harris; sisters Lillian Taylor, Mary Peck and Daisy Moore; and her brothers Roscoe, Clifford, Jasper “Jap”, Wylie, Donald and Henry Harris.She is survived by her daughter Joyce Transmeier and husband Joe; step granddaughters Jacqueline Transmeier and Cheri (Scott) Collins; three great-grandsons Dalton, Sean, and Isaiah; brother-in-law Lewis Moore,...
Funeral Service : 03/18/2023
David Saunders
Date of Death : 03/13/2023David N. Saunders, 79, of Gladstone, MO passed away after a strong courageous battle and went to be with the Lord on March 13, 2023.He was born on October 23, 1943 to Raymond Neil and Marie Anita (Evans) Saunders in St. Joseph, MO. Dave grew up in St. Joseph where he graduated high school.On March 30, 1963 he was united in marriage to Donna Lee King. After their marriage they made their home in the Kansas City area. His wife, Donna, preceded him in death on March 27, 2010.He owned and operated D&D Service for many years. Dave enjoyed deer...
Funeral Service : 03/17/2023
Angela Mollus
Date of Death : 03/09/2023Angela Marie Mollus, 57, Kansas City, MO. passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023. She was born July 11, 1965 in St. Joseph at Sister's Hospital, to John L. Mollus and Jeanette (Jeschke) Mollus, She was preceded in death by her father John L. Mollus, her step father Tom Ross, Grandparents, Harold and Betty L. Jeschke and Grandmother, Ethel Mollus.Survivors include her Mother, Jeanette Mollus-Ross, Gladstone MO., Sister, Shannon Mollus, Northmoor, MO., Grandfather Joseph Leroy Mollus, St. Joseph, MO. Her favorite Aunt, Sharon Growney,Celebration Florida, Favorite Uncle, David Jeschke, Garden Grove, CA., many cousins and friends. Angela has been cremated and...
Funeral Service : 03/09/2023
Vance Brown
Date of Death : 03/01/2023Vance Michael Brown, 29, of Independence, MO passed away March 1, 2023. He was born on January 10, 1994 in North Kansas City, MO. Vance grew up in Smithville, MO and attended Smithville High School and was active in the Boy Scouts. Vance worked for A Friend With A Truck Movers in Kansas City, MO. He enjoyed poetry, music and his many friends. Vance was very loving, kind and generous beyond his means. Vance is survived by his parents Nick and Pattie Brown; his brothers Brodrick Brown, DJ (Bri Huff) Brown, and Dakota Brown; uncles Charles Brown and Steven Yeager;...
Funeral Service : 03/09/2023Enter your email address to be notified when new obituaries are added.